Careers at AST

Working at AST

At AST we invest in our employees, empowering them to move their careers forward. As part of a dynamic team, every employee plays an instrumental part in the company’s continued growth, and we believe in developing our associates with continuing education, cross-functional training opportunities, and the support they need to realize their professional goals.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH

DYNAMIC TEAMS & MENTORSHIP

Our leadership boasts 20+ years of industry experience on average and a strong desire to drive growth in junior team members.

Benefits

EXTENDED HEALTH PLAN

Eligible employees are provided with a comprehensive plan that is very competitive in the marketplace.

EMPLOYER MATCHING GROUP RRSP

AST invests in its employees’ futures by providing employer contributions as well as an employer matching program.

DISABILITY, AD&D & LIFE INSURANCE

Associates are supported beyond their health plan through the opportunity to supplement a basic plan with options; short-term and long-term disability, AD&D, life insurance, spousal life insurance, and critical illness.

HEALTH CARE SPENDING ACCOUNT ("HCSA")

Employees will be enrolled in an HCSA that may be allocated toward eligible medical expenses.

Employee Empowerment

Career Development

We provide employees with skill development opportunities such as a short training course to learn Lean Six Sigma, a methodology utilized by a multitude of global, world-class companies to create more efficient operations.

Information Exchange

By holding quarterly Town Halls, we encourage transparent communications, cross-team connection, and access to senior team members.

Employee Appreciation

AST is proud to give back to our employees through annual events. We strive to give our employees the ability to collaborate, create meaningful relationships, and learn from their peers and managers.

Corporate Social Responsibility

What Our Employees Say

"AST has taken the time to utilize and develop my existing skills and teach me new ones that have prepared me for a new career in Financial Services. By feeling part of an inclusive team and having my opinions valued, I’m rewarded with a career that makes me feel fulfilled and offers plenty of opportunities to grow and develop based on my own personal contributions.."

- Shaun Carpenter

“Having worked on many departmental projects and the opportunity to make changes have led me to be selected as a Lean Six Sigma candidate. As a result of this, I am now working towards achieving the Green Belt Certificate."

- Vijaya Somasundharem

“AST gives the real meaning of work and life balance. I am able to attend to urgent personal matters (like for family, health, or training) even during a tight schedule of tasks. Great team work and very considerate management!”

- Jennifer Ann Merida

"I am delighted to work in the Equity Plan Services department. The work can be challenging, but we get all the support we need to tackle these difficulties. All the colleagues are like family, helping one another to meet our goal.”

- Ivy Yuen

Shaun Carpenter

"AST has taken the time to utilize and develop my existing skills and teach me new ones that have prepared me for a new career in Financial Services. By feeling part of an inclusive team and having my opinions valued, I’m rewarded with a career that makes me feel fulfilled and offers plenty of opportunities to grow and develop based on my own personal contributions.."

Vijaya Somasundharem

“Having worked on many departmental projects and the opportunity to make changes have led me to be selected as a Lean Six Sigma candidate. As a result of this, I am now working towards achieving the Green Belt Certificate."

Jennifer Ann Merida

“AST gives the real meaning of work and life balance. I am able to attend to urgent personal matters (like for family, health, or training) even during a tight schedule of tasks. Great team work and very considerate management!”

Ivy Yuen

"I am delighted to work in the Equity Plan Services department. The work can be challenging, but we get all the support we need to tackle these difficulties. All the colleagues are like family, helping one another to meet our goal.”

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Transfer agent, employee plan administration, trustee and other services requiring trust powers are offered through AST Trust Company (Canada). D.F. King is a brand name and operates as AST Investor Services Inc. (Canada).

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Welcome to AST Trust Company (Canada) (formerly CST)

We are proud to announce that CST Trust Company (CST) has rebranded to more closely align to our sister company in the United States, AST. As AST Trust Company (Canada), we will continue to provide the same great services you enjoy today.

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